Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Physical activity program to reduce sitting and increase activity after upper aerodigestive tract cancer treatment

Official title: Effect of Physical Activity Program on Sedentary and Physical Activity Level of Patients With Upper Aerodigestive Tract Cancer

Run by Centre Hospitalier de Valence · NCT06184880 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study will test whether an 18-month physical activity program can reduce sedentary time and increase physical activity for adults treated for localized upper aerodigestive tract (head and neck) cancer.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment96 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier de Valence
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Valence)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 19, 2024
Main results expectedOctober 1, 2029
Study endsOctober 1, 2029
Registry record updatedMarch 19, 2026
Trial IDNCT06184880 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults with newly diagnosed, histologically confirmed, non-metastatic upper aerodigestive tract cancer, a life expectancy of at least 18 months, and access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer for remote sessions.

Probably not a fit

Patients with contraindications to moderate physical activity or those who cannot be followed or participate remotely for the duration of the 18-month program are unlikely to benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

APAORL2 is a randomized, open-label, controlled single-center trial enrolling 96 adults treated for localized upper aerodigestive tract cancer. Participants are randomized 1:1 to either standard care with physical activity recommendations or standard care plus a structured physical activity program delivered during treatment and the post-treatment phase, with remote sessions available via internet-connected devices. The primary outcome compares sedentary behavior and physical activity levels after the treatment phase, and secondary outcomes include quality of life and fatigue measured over an 18-month follow-up. The intervention is behavioral, aiming for sustained changes in daily activity patterns rather than introducing new medical treatments.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the program could reduce sitting time, increase daily physical activity, and improve quality of life and fatigue for people treated for head and neck cancer.

How similar studies have gone: Physical activity interventions have shown benefits in other cancer populations, but evidence is more limited specifically for upper aerodigestive tract (head and neck) cancer and for long-term behavioral programs.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients ≥18 years
* newly diagnosed, histologically proven Upper Aerodigestive Tract Cancer, non-metastatic,
* life expectancy ≥18 months
* having a smartphone, tablet or computer with an internet connection enabling remote physical Activity sessions for the experimental group

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presenting a contraindication to moderate physical activity
* Deprived of their liberty by court or administrative decision
* Unable to be followed for medical, social, family, geographic or psychological reasons for the duration of the study,

Where it's running

  • Ch Valence
    Valence, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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